2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Panda | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |